Oregon Gulch fire held to 16 acres

Firefighters quickly snuffed out a blaze in the Oregon Gulch area above Oroville on Monday. About 75 firefighters, including three fire crews, nine engine or truck companies, three volunteer companies and air support, jumped on the fire near Oregon Gulch Road and Cherokee Road when it was called out at 2:44 p.m. The fire was contained to 16 acres by 4:26 p.m. Cherokee Road was closed Monday night as firefighters mopped up.